Assistant District Attorney (8177)
Core
Litigates criminal cases (jury and bench) in San Francisco Superior Court, representing the State of California in court appearances, written petitions, motions, and appeals.
Role type
Assistant District Attorney (Prosecutor)
Builds
Criminal justice outcomes through prosecution of misdemeanor, felony, and specialized cases (e.g., homicide, domestic violence, juvenile) for the City and County of San Francisco.
Domain
Law / Criminal Justice / Public Prosecution
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Criminal law litigation, witness interviewing, legal brief writing, case investigation supervision, legal research, courtroom presentation, evidence handling, administrative record management.
Preferred skills
Knowledge of state/federal/municipal codes, administrative techniques for DA offices, judgment and tact in dealing with officials and juries.
Technologies
Word processing, database management, law enforcement databases (rap sheets), legal research tools.
Responsibilities
Try jury and bench criminal cases; prepare and file court documents; interview witnesses and supervise investigations; research legal issues; maintain case files and court calendars; issue citations and warrants based on complaints; represent the DA at community meetings.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level (Assistant DA)